ALTCS uses some specific numbers in their community spouse monthly income allowance calculation. The numbers used in the calculation change three times a year. Effective October 1, 2015, the following numbers changed: $ 271.00 Standard Utility Allowance; this amount...

A question we are frequently asked … Does ALTCS take my loved one’s income when they qualify for ALTCS benefits? The answer to that question is NO. They don’t TAKE the income. But they do assess a cost of care based on the ALTCS’ members...

The end of 2014 is quickly approaching. It is that time of year when many end-of-year documents begin to arrive in anticipation of the upcoming year. To prepare for the cost of living adjustments to ALTCS and VA eligibility, ALTCS members and VA claimants will need to...